nuSep 15, 2026, 09:19

Gasoline prices soar again, nearing last week's record

Fuel prices in the Netherlands have increased significantly, with diesel nearing its record high amid global market instability. The rise is primarily linked to a drone attack on a key Saudi Arabian oil pipeline, which has constrained global supply and pushed Brent crude prices higher.

Fuel prices in the Netherlands have surged again, with diesel rising by 4 cents in a single day to reach 2.763 euros per liter, edging closer to the record high of 2.819 euros set in April. Gasoline prices are also fluctuating near their previous record of 2.724 euros per liter. This volatility is largely attributed to renewed global oil market instability following a drone attack on a major Saudi Arabian oil pipeline, which temporarily halted the supply of 2.5 million barrels per day.

Global oil prices for Brent crude have climbed above 107 dollars per barrel, driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and concerns over supply reliability. As oil companies warn that global reserves are dwindling, the impact is being felt at gas stations worldwide, including in Germany. While prices remain higher in the Netherlands compared to neighboring countries, these figures represent nationwide advisory prices for major oil companies, typically observed at highway service stations.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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